Synonyms for

Pox

Verb / pɑ:ks / Another word for pox — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a viral disease causing a rash and fever

Synonyms & similar words

lues syph luesvenerea syphilis disease infection ailment illness sickness malady virus rash fever plague affliction epidemic outbreak pandemic contagion pestilence scourge blight menace curse

Example sentences

  1. He caught the pox from his friend.
  2. The pox spread rapidly throughout the town.
  3. The doctor diagnosed him with smallpox, a deadly type of pox.
  4. The pox vaccine has greatly reduced the number of cases in recent years.
  5. The pox outbreak caused widespread panic and fear.

Quotes

  • I would as soon catch the pox as get married.
  • I'll go to the devil, body and soul, before I look after the Doctor again. Holloa, there! Pox take you!
  • He's a pox-ridden old rogue.

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